Liberty Finn’s luscious paintings depict the verdant landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges and surrounds. Her vibrant colour and expressive marks describe the vitality of brushy undergrowth and the height of trees that glow in afternoon light. She is particularly interested in conveying the energy of the bush whilst retaining a sense of stillness. Liberty sees the mess of Australian bush and forest as metaphor. Like the landscape, life is often chaotic and difficult to navigate. And yet, if one can distil a sense of peace amid the mess, calm can quietly nudge its way in. Her paintings and drawings seek to explore this paradox.